The Providence VAMC will be hosting a blood drive from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Dec. 29 in classroom 3 of the main hospital building, 830 Chalkstone Ave. in Providence.

This is one of the toughest times of the year for blood donations, because of the holidays, and we need your help! So, when you’re returning those "special" gifts, swing by the Providence VAMC and give the gift the of hope!

All presenting donors will get a $5 Dunkin Donuts Gift Card from the Rhode Island Blood Center to thank them for giving during the holiday season.